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Welcome to Northern Virginia Paleo Arts

Northern Virginia Paleo Arts is a group of friends who enjoy exploring the tools, technologies and arts of paleo cultures.

While at present we are mostly a flintknapping oriented group, there are efforts underway surrounding cordage, pottery, bowmaking and atlatl use.

You'll find a vast array of knowledge amongst our members as our individual backgrounds are as diverse as our skill levels (complete beginners to the very skilled). All have an interest in the paleo arts and a desire to share that knowledge.

Now that you've found this site and this group of people, take some time to explore, read, learn, listen, and absolutely join in as soon as you can.

Is it hard to make tools out of stone?

"It's not what you end up with, it's what you learn along the way."

Learning the basics of tool making is easier than you would think. Improvement follows rapidly with practice and interaction with others.

Fine Weather Expected - Saturday, March 10thOk, not as good as Thursday, but it should be nice. In addition to the knapping, there will be some talk and discussion around the making of bows. Bring tools ...
Posted Mar 8, 2012, 5:08 PM by Mimova NoVAPaleo

Cold weekend, Warm weekendLast Saturday was just too cold to be out working rock. But the 21st of January is lining up to be a fine one. This month for those willing, there ...
Posted Jan 16, 2012, 7:09 PM by Mimova NoVAPaleo